2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Crossfire and 2004 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Crossfire | 316 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |